In Student Speech to Graduates Filip Risteski Encouraged Classmates to “Live in the Moment, Not Waiting for it” - In his commencement speech, Filip Risteski encouraged his classmates to “Live in the moment,” and cautioned them to be careful about being “caught in the cycle of living as 2/7ths a person. Living only for two days of the seven each week.” Risteski, who served as the Montville Township High School Class of 2022 President, said his 2/7th theory came to him late one night while reading his math text book. During the speech Risteski also took a selfie from the stage with the Class of 2022. “I am so grateful to have been given the opportunity to share my story and my ideas with my graduating peers, the faculty, and parents at graduation.” Risteski recently wrote when asked what he would like others to know about him.  “I hope my words left people with a new perception to their lives.” A full transcript of his speech can be viewed at http://www.montville.net/News/mthsclassof2022presidentspeech 

In Speech to Graduates He Asked His Classmates to “Make Your Story A Great One” - Daniel Arena, the Montville Township High School Class of 2022 Student Activities Council President, will be going into the PGA Professional Golf Management Program at the North Carolina State University in the fall. "...make the story unforgettable. Make it legendary. Make it last generations. Make it be felt across the world. Make it change people, move people, inspire people. Make it help people and save people. Make it worth it. Make it everlasting. Make your story a great one," Arena said at the 2022 MTHS Commencement ceremony. See the full speech at: http://www.montville.net/News/mths2022sacspeech

Elizabeth Bazhenov is a Young Woman with a Passion for STEM Who Urges Others to Never “Hide Their Authentic Self or Passion for Whatever They Enjoy” -- Bazhenov achieved her goal of becoming Valedictorian of the Class of 2022, and on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at the 51^st Annual MTHS Commencement ceremony, she shared with her peers several lessons she learned as she worked toward achieving her goal. Bazhenov, who will attend MIT in the fall as a Chemical-Biological Engineering (Course 10B) Major, took the stage with a selfie-stick in hand. The full speech can be read here: http://www.montville.net/news/2022mthsvaledictorianspeech

A Pre-Med Student, Isabella Ivankovic Takes Inspiration from Knowing “Things Always Have A Way of Working Out” - Salutatorian Isabella Ivankovic spoke with the Class of 2022 at the 51^st Annual MTHS Commencement Ceremony on June 23, 2022. Ivankovic, will be studying Cell Biology and Neuroscience on the PreMed Track this fall at the Rutgers. “…what’s important,” Ivankovic said to the class, “Not just what you’ve done or accomplished -- but who you’ve become..." Here is a transcript of Ivankovic’s full speech.

Class of 2022 Ceremony Was Held Outdoors in Mustang Stadium - Thursday, June 23, 2022, Montville Township High School’s Class of 2022 graduated outdoors in the Mustang Stadium. The procession of students, faculty and administrators stepped onto the field at 7:00 p.m. for the 51^st Annual MTHS Commencement. MTHS Principal Douglas Sanford  presided over the event, introducing the honored guests, and addressing the Class of 2022 and their families.

June 22, 2022 Lazar Held the 69^th Annual Promotion Ceremony at MTHS - Student Council President, Nolan Shenkman, gave the student address for the Robert R. Lazar 8th grade Class of 2022. He reflected on the uncertainty of the past three years, which was marked by a global pandemic, and said to his peers: “I believe, that since we have managed to cope with adversity, the sky’s the limit for the [8^th grade] Class of 2022.”

Track and Field Closed to the Public from May 31 to June 10 and June 24 through September 2 - Relay for Life and MTHS Graduation will Still Be Held on the Track and Field. In order to complete necessary repairs and upgrades, the MTHS track and football field will be fully closed to the public two times during spring and summer 2022. The first closure occurs May 31 through June 10 and the second will be from June 24 through September 2, 2022. During both closures the area of the MTHS track and football field will be an active construction site. The public is prohibited from using the site during construction. A new synthetically resurfaced rubberized track will be built during the renovation and repairs process. Additionally, the football field turf will be fully replaced. Both surfaces are highly rated to provide low-impact running surfaces that result in ideal traction and state-of-the-art safety and performance. The renovations will also continue to improve drainage and will provide lower maintenance needs, thus reducing on-going costs in upkeep...READ MORE...

Summer Reading information for Lazar, MTHS, and MTHS AP Classes is available now. Lazar Math also available. Summer is a time to remember that reading a good book can be fun as well as informative. By encouraging students to read over the summer, we support the goal of creating lifelong readers. The One School One Book initiative promotes greater unity among students and a desire to be part of collaborative conversations. 

An Innovative Educator, Dr. Gorman Will Begin His Position as Superintendent of Montville Township Public Schools on July 1, 2022 - Dr. Thomas A. Gorman was appointed Superintendent of the Montville Township Public Schools on Tuesday, March 15, 2022. The resolution of Dr. Gorman’s appointment was unanimously passed by the Montville Township Board of Education. Dr. Gorman’s appointment is effective as of July 1, 2022, following the retirement of Superintendent Dr. René T. Rovtar on June 30. READ MORE: www.montville.net/news/superintendent-dr-thomas-a-gorman

357 Valley View Students Gathered and Exercised With Millions Around the World - After two years of virtual workouts, the world’s largest exercise class: Project A.C.E.S., was in-person once again. Project A.C.E.S. – All Children Exercise Simultaneously – was founded 34 years ago. Physical Education teacher and acclaimed author, Len Saunders, created the program as a way to inspire kids to get moving.

11 Students Honored on Student Athlete Recognition Day 2022 - On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, eleven Montville Township High School student athletes were celebrated. Each of the eleven has committed to playing Division III collegiate sports during the 2022-2023 season. Coaches, administrators, parents, families, and friends assembled to celebrate and congratulate these outstanding high school athletes: Chase Unice, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Lacrosse; Aaron Kurzer, Rutgers University, Wrestling; Robert George, Ithaca College, Track & Field; Justin Ciliotta, Stevens Institute of Technology, Wrestling; Isabella Mangano, Stevens Institute of Technology, Lacrosse; Gina Marotta, Stockton University, Lacrosse; Khalid Kwaik, New Jersey City University, Soccer; Brian Lovaglio, The College of New Jersey, Baseball; Ryan Nieskens, Ithaca College, Baseball; and Derek Giordano, Ursinus College, Wrestling. Not Pictured: Anthony Monetti, New Jersey City University, Wrestling.

Four Valley View 5th grade essayists received awards for their outstanding words - Christopher Lee, Cole Weinberg, Arjun Gupta and Elizabeth Zheng received Valley View PTA Essay Awards at the 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony held on Monday, June 20, 2022. In addition to recognition, each of the winners was asked to read a portion of their winning essays. The 2022 Valley View PTA Essay theme was Respectful Language.

Highlights of the 2022-2023 school budget include: The addition of three elementary teaching positions due to enrollment changes. The addition of one part time Basic Skills Teacher and one part time ESL Teacher. Additional related and extraordinary services based on student needs. Increased costs in the area of transportation due to rising fuel prices and bus driver shortages. Renovation projects including: Upgrading the entrance security at Lazar Middle School, repairs to external wall panels at Cedar Hill, William Mason and Woodmont Schools, Replacement of the gym windows at Woodmont School, Improvements to the exterior entrance and signage at Valley View School, Univentilator replacement at Valley View School, paving at Hilldale, William Mason and Valley View Schools. The budget reflects the addition of several teaching positions. The full presentation is available on the district website at 2022-2023 Public Hearing on the Budget.

At No Cost to the District, the Solar Installation is Expected to Save Schools Nearly $1 Million Over 15 Years and Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions - The solar project was made possible through a 15-year solar power purchase agreement which enables the school district to install the panels at no cost and purchase the electricity they generate at guaranteed discounts every month. The district’s utility cost savings are expected to be more than $980,000 over the term of the agreement. In addition to installing solar panels, Solar Landscape will also be facilitating educational programming about clean energy and climate change for the district’s students. The company’s workforce development director, will work with the district’s teachers to provide learning materials and educational solar kits.

Applications DUE ON or BEFORE Friday March 11, 2022 -  Children with and without special needs will be educated together in an innovative, child-centered program designed to promote the academic, social, emotional and language development of every child. The program will consist of  5 half day AM sessions per week for 3 year olds and 5 half day PM sessions per week for 4 year olds. Click HERE to read more about the program and access the link to the program application.

NJSCA Announced 2022 “COUNSELOR OF THE COUNTY” AWARDS RECEIPIENTS March 17 - School counselor Douglas Stech was named the 2022 “Counselor of the County” for Morris County. The New Jersey School Counselor Association award honors the school counseling professionals who devote their careers to serving as advocates – and often lifesavers – for the nation’s students. Stech was nominated for this award by Cedar Hill Elementary School counselor Heather Praml. See: http://www.montville.net/News/2022-morris-county-school-counselor